Mathematics Proficiency - For Current Fall 2017 Freshmen Only

Math Proficiency Requirement

The Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) Placement Examination is designed to assess the skill levels of entering CSU students
in the areas of mathematics typically covered in three years of rigorous college preparatory
mathematics courses in high school (Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry). The CSU
ELM must be completed by all entering undergraduates, with the exception of those
who present proof of one of the following:

A score of “Exempt” on the CSU Early Assessment Program (EAP), taken in grade 11.

A score of 550 or above on the mathematics section of the College Board SAT or on
the College Board SAT Subject Tests-Mathematics Tests Level I, IC (Calculator), II,
or IIC (Calculator) - Prior to March 2016. A score of 570 or above on the Math portion of the NEW SAT exam - Effective March 2016.

A score of 23 or above on the ACT Mathematics Test.

A score of 3 or above on the College Board Advanced Placement Calculus examination
(AB or BC) or Statistics examination.

Completion and transfer of a course that satisfies the General Education-Breadth or
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) quantitative reasoning
requirement, provided such course was completed with a grade of C or better.